Traveling the local way

Nobody travels to see the inside of a coach or hotel lobby. That’s why we use local transport and accommodation wherever we can (and throw in the occasional homestay/treehouse/houseboat for extra fun times). Sure, the places we stay aren’t fancy, but they’re clean, well-located – so you’re never far from the action – and packed with character. Travel with us and you’ll lose the crowds, travel with people your own age, get more bang for your buck, and connect with locals. Win!

Where you'll sleep

Jungle lodge, Borneo

Rafthouse, Thailand

Hostel, Cesky Krumlov

Jungle lodge, Peru

Homestay, India

Mekong Homestay, Vietnam

Hostel, London

Beach resort, India

Hostel, Lima, Peru

Camping, Serengeti National Park

How you'll move around

Catch a bus with the locals

Raft down the Mekong River

Train through Europe

Hop aboard a camel

Train with the locals

Tuk Tuk in Thailand

Glide through Myanmar

Cycle through the jungle

Sunset sail in Turkey

Game drive in Africa

Local boat in Thailand

Balloon in Cappadocia

THE LOCAL BY YOUR SIDE:

Our leaders are pretty great. Born and bred in the regions we visit, they’re the ultimate go-to’s and with them by your side, you'll be introduced to local life, plus the amazing experiences that come with it. We're talking things like homestays, community visits, and those super-cool bars and tucked-away restaurants that only locals know about.

They know their regions like the back of their hands. Want to find the best kebab in Istanbul? Amir will take you to his favourite cafe. Need advice on trekking the Inca Trail? Renaldi can show you the ropes. Want to order off the local menu? Arsaya is on translation duty.